Skydio
Cellular Compliance Engineer
San Mateo, California, United States · Senior · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$170k-$258kDetected 2 days ago
Electrical EngineeringLoad Testing5G/LTECommunicationCollaboration
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About the role
- Skydio's wireless systems connect users to our autonomous ecosystem and are foundational to the performance, reliability, and scalability of our products.
- We are looking for a Cellular Compliance Engineer with strong hands-on experience in cellular certification and validation.
- This is a highly hands-on role that requires close collaboration with internal engineering teams, cellular module and chipset vendors, certification labs, and mobile network operators.
Responsibilities
- Own and support cellular certification testing for Skydio products, including PTCRB and carrier certification programs
- Develop certification plans, test strategies, schedules, and test configurations based on product architecture and target carriers/markets
- Partner closely with RF, antenna, EE, software, systems, regulatory, manufacturing, and program management teams throughout the certification process
- Interface with mobile network operators and certification labs to clarify test requirements and drive issues to closure
- Support pre-certification testing and readiness reviews to identify potential issues before formal certification begins
- Support cellular RF and OTA validation related to certification, including conducted RF, TRP/TIS, and antenna performance testing
- At Skydio we believe that diversity drives innovation.
- We have created a multidisciplinary environment that embraces the power of diverse perspectives to create elegant solutions for complex problems.
Requirements
- Support cellular modem configuration, firmware, RF parameter, band, power, and network settings required for certification testing
- Review certification test reports and ensure all required testing and documentation are completed for product launch
- Obtaining FAA Part 107 certification within the first 60 days of employment is strongly encouraged for all Skydio employees and required for certain positions.
- 5+ years of experience in cellular testing, certification, wireless validation, or cellular product development
- Hands-on experience with PTCRB certification and associated cellular test requirements
- Strong understanding of LTE and 5G NR technologies, including cellular bands, RF requirements, protocol behavior, network registration, and mobility
- Up to 50% travel is required, primarily to certification and carrier test labs.
Nice to have
- Hands-on experience supporting carrier certification with major mobile network operators
- experience with U.S. carriers such as Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile is strongly preferred
Compensation
- At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full-time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages.
- Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience.
- The annual base salary range for this position is $170,000 - $258,000.
Benefits
- Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan.
- This position and all associated benefits are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Company's policies and eligibility criteria.
- Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long-term financial growth, and we ensure all regular, full-time employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success.
- Regular, full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's group health insurance plans.
Company info
- Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility.
- The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users, from utility inspectors https://www.skydio.com/solutions/energy-and-utilities to first responders https://www.skydio.com/solutions/public-safety, soldiers in battlefield scenarios https://www.skydio.com/solutions/national-security/tactical-isr, and beyond https://www.skydio.com/solutions.
- We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture.
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